Sixth Plate

$495.00

"CHARLES LEWIS"! Someone penned the gent's name on part of an old paper seal that comes with the archivally prepared sixth size portrait. Mr. Lewis grew what was left of his hair long to match those even whiter sideburns. Age certainly didn’t dismiss his charm. I know if I stepped into the operating room next to the daguerreian and waited patiently until the final exposure of the man was made, Charles would have removed his arm from the table, nodded to his maker then stood up and stretched. I can’t imagine that such an elderly and experienced gent would have permitted the use of a head restraint in spite of the ministrations issued by the cameraman. This was a formal likeness done nearly to perfection. Only a bit of softness on the sitter’s face is bothersome, but when the holographic piece is studied the brilliance and sparkling sheen of the silvery surface will dazzle all who open the complete plastic case. The brown hued box was decorated with a famous impression that shows a maiden seated in a daguerreian’s studio with cases and pictures on the table. There is some discoloration on the edges of the cover.

Terms of Sales

Purchasing: The first person to inquiry (via phone 603-772-9065 or email dennis@finedags.com) will have the first opportunity to acquire the item.

Payment: When a daguerreotype or photograph is purchased, the total price for the image plus shipping and insurance will be given. Payment must be received in five working days or the image will be sold to the next interested buyer. For your convenience, I will accept a check, money order or PayPal at the time of your phone call/email. Please be certain to include your correct shipping address, phone number and email address during the transaction. We will gladly ship all images internationally.

Shipping: Since we have recently had an incident with the USPS I have decided that from now on, Erin, Casey and I will send every image through the mail requiring a certified mail receipt that requires your signature. The additional charge will be $3.45, plus the cost of the Priority Mail. We will waive the signature requirement if you make a purchase from us and tell us in an email that you would like the parcel sent Priority Mail with the normal delivery confirmation slip. I know how bothersome this is, but we want to provide the best images and service possible, within the limitations of the carriers we work with. As for insurance on packages, don't believe for a moment that carriers who allow you to purchase it, will completely back up any claim.

Guarantee: I will make every effort to faithfully reproduce and describe each item. Upon receipt of the daguerreotype, case or related item; if you are dissatisfied for any reason, it may be returned (in the original condition along with proper packaging and insurance) within three working days. I would appreciate a call or email first to let me know of your intentions. A full refund, minus the initial shipping and insurance costs will be made.

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